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The Walt Disney Company is an American multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate headquartered in Burbank, California. Disney is one of the world's most valuable entertainment companies.

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Overview

Founded in 1923 by brothers Walt and Roy O. Disney, the company has grown into a global entertainment empire. Under CEO Bob Iger's leadership, Disney acquired Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and 21st Century Fox, and launched Disney+ streaming service.

Major Acquisitions

  • Pixar (2006) - $7.4 billion
  • Marvel Entertainment (2009) - $4 billion
  • Lucasfilm (2012) - $4 billion
  • 21st Century Fox (2019) - $71.3 billion

Leadership

See Also